Serving 885 students in grades Kindergarten-5, R. Paul Krey Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 885 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: R. Paul Krey Elementary serves the southwest area of Brentwood, CA, covering approximately 32.9 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located up to 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
R. Paul Krey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
R. Paul Krey Elementary School's student population of 885 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
885 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
R. Paul Krey Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of R. Paul Krey Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1351 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Asian
26%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
28%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
28%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R. Paul Krey Elementary School's ranking?
R. Paul Krey Elementary School is ranked #1351 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are R. Paul Krey Elementary School often compared to?
R. Paul Krey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loma Vista Elementary School, Ron Nunn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend R. Paul Krey Elementary School?
885 students attend R. Paul Krey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of R. Paul Krey Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of R. Paul Krey Elementary School?
R. Paul Krey Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does R. Paul Krey Elementary School offer ?
R. Paul Krey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is R. Paul Krey Elementary School part of?
R. Paul Krey Elementary School is part of Brentwood Union School District.
In what neighborhood is R. Paul Krey Elementary School located?
R. Paul Krey Elementary School is located in the Deer Ridge Country Club neighborhood of Brentwood, CA.
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